The payment of child support ends when the child reaches the age of majority or when the child is no longer in their care (i.e., if the child is living away from their parent with whom they are staying in a residential facility, school, or with a family member). The parent from whom child support is being paid must also comply with any educational or medical directives that have been made by the court.If the child is still in secondary school and/or continuing to receive post-secondary education, they will also be responsible for their own expenses. If they move out of their parent’s home and are not able to do so on their own, they may ask the court for financial assistance.For more information on children and parental responsibilities, visit canada.ca/child-support
How long is child support paid for in Ontario?
The amount of child support you must pay is based on the number of children and the income of the parent with custody of the child. The table below shows how much child support you may have to pay in different situations.If your child lives with you and you are sole caregivers:If your child lives with you and your partner receives spousal support or child care benefits:16% of adjusted income after tax, up to a maximum of $20,232.28% of adjusted income after tax, above $20,232 to a maximum of $26,012.12% of adjusted income after tax, up to a maximum of $20,232.28% of adjusted income after tax, above $20,232 to a maximum of $26,012.If your child lives with you and other family members receive spousal support (excluding your partner): 16% of adjusted income after tax, up to a maximum of $20,232.28% of adjusted income after tax, above $20,232 to a maximum of $26,012.12% of adjusted income after tax, up to a maximum of $20,232.If your child lives with someone else (for example the parent who is not your legal spouse) or lives with their family: 28% of adjusted income after tax, up to a maximum of $26,012.